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Yeast, while being rich in nutrients, is not the main ingredient in our diet. Most people do not eat them at all, but treat them only as an important part of various baked goods. What is the use of yeast? They are used to bake cakes and bread, as well as in home cosmetics. So what are their properties?
Yeast is commonly used in the kitchen, but it also has many valuable properties that you should take advantage of. Few people, for example, realize that yeast can help us calm down and support the proper functioning of the nervous system.
Yeast – application
Yeast is a simple single-celled mushroom that feeds on simple sugars. They are needed to start the alcoholic fermentation process. We owe this process to ethanol, which makes yeast used in the production of beer and wine. In addition, the product of the process is carbon dioxide, which in turn makes it possible, for example, to bake bread.
Regardless of the name, baker’s yeast and brewing are the same type of yeast. All types of yeast are derived from one strain of Saccharomyces cerevisiae. These yeasts differ in form and potency. Brewer’s yeast is usually in powder or tablet form and is more potent than baker’s yeast.
On store shelves we can find, among others nutritional yeast (inactive) which are highly valued in a vegan diet and are used to make cheese substitutes.
Also read: “Vegan diet – for the body, spirit and mind”
In industry, however, is used feed yeast. Yeast, which is used in the food industry, may surprise you with its properties. Of course, we can find water, sugar, fats and many vitamins, minerals and other active substances in them.
Z yeast properties the cosmetics industry also benefits, and the medical and pharmaceutical industries use them for research and as an ingredient in drugs and vaccines. In medicine, yeast is used, for example, in research into cancer and neurodegenerative diseases.
EnteroDr. in capsules is a probiotic with yeast strains that should be supplemented if we want to conveniently provide the body with valuable ingredients. You can also start supplementing with Saccharomyces boulardii – Doctor Life dietary supplement, which you can find at a favorable price on Medonet Market.
Yeast – nutritional values
Yeast has many surprising nutritional values. We can find many vitamins and minerals in them. Yeast is a source of vitamin E and B vitamins (vitamin B1, B2, B3, B6), especially vitamin B12. There are also many minerals in yeast, such as potassium (as much as 600 mg), chromium, phosphorus, zinc, magnesium, iodine, manganese, calcium, iron and sodium.
W composition of yeast we can also find biotin, i.e. vitamin H or B7. Thanks to it, yeast is an ingredient of many cosmetics and dietary supplements that improve the appearance of hair, skin and nails. Biotin makes hair strong, shiny and stops falling out.
Yeast is also valuable due to the content of pantothenic acid, i.e. vitamin B5. This vitamin plays an important role in the metabolism of proteins, sugars and fats and in many important processes in the human body.
The yeast also contains provitamin D2, cysteine and glutathione. So whether the yeast dough is healthy? Yes, it is one of the least fattening and healthiest types of dough. Its infamous calorific value in baking is determined by popular additives – sugar, crumble based on butter or frosting.
We recommend Pro Natura inactive yeast flakes, which you can use as a sprinkle for dinner dishes. Reach for VIVIO crunchy yeast flakes, which have a slightly nutty-cheesy flavor. You can also use yeast supplements, such as Synerbio Saccharomyces Boulardii Viridian with inulin.
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Brewer’s yeast – properties
Few people realize that brewer’s yeast is an ingredient in many herbal lozenges for sedation. These preparations are cheap and provide a good replacement for traditional sedation pills. Additionally, by accepting brewer’s yeast in tablets, we will strengthen the body’s immunity. So yeast will help us in times of strong stress, make it easier to fall asleep and soothe the nerves.
Brewer’s yeastas they are also called, they can also be used in the form of a drink. You can prepare the yeast drink yourself at home. It is a great way to cleanse the body of toxins. The drink is prepared by pouring boiling water or hot milk over the crushed yeast. The correct temperature of the fluid is important here because raw yeast can cause flatulence.
Brewer’s yeast is part of the Saccharomyces Max SOLHERBS dietary supplement, 120 tablets of which you can buy at an affordable price on Medonet Market.
Baker’s yeast – properties
Baker’s yeast has an antibacterial effect, which is why it is a frequent ingredient in cosmetics used in the fight against acne. By using them, we will cleanse and unblock the pores and reduce the shine of the skin. The best way to fully experience cleansing yeast action there are various homemade yeast-based cleansing masks on your skin. You can also use Bioherba Plant Collagen Moisturizing Serum, which also contains yeast extract.
To prepare the yeast mask, add a little warm water to 20 g of baker’s yeast. After mixing, apply the resulting paste to the face. After the mask is dry, wash it off with warm water.
Yeast is also a remedy for stretch marks. By applying yeast directly to stretch marks, you will quickly notice an improvement in skin elasticity and hydration.
If you want to take advantage of the unique properties of yeast, you can order the Herbal Beauty Kit, which includes:
- yeast capsules with nettle,
- horsetail shampoo,
- fix tea for skin, hair and nails.
Powdered yeast – how to use?
Like the yeast used to prepare the cleansing drink, the yeast used for baking should also be properly prepared to fulfill its function. Fresh yeast should be crushed, covered with sugar and covered with lukewarm milk. Then add the flour and let it rise for 30 minutes.
In turn, powdered yeast, also called instant yeast, are not intended for the kneading of leaven. Just add them to the other dry ingredients included in the recipe, and then mix the whole thing with lukewarm water or milk. Too high a temperature may prevent the yeast from starting to work.